Disposition Summary

Approve the request for a memory care facility that is approximately 49,575 square feet, as shown on the development plan, subject to 5 conditions.

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Staff Recommendation

Approve the request for a memory care facility that is approximately 49,575 square feet, as shown on the development plan, subject to 5 conditions.

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1) Obtaining TTCDA approval prior to applying for permits. A request for development plan approval is on August 7, 2023. Planning Commission agenda (Case 8-A-23-TOB).
2) Installation of all landscaping as shown on development plan within six months of the issuance of an occupancy permit, or posting a bond with the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works to guarantee such installation.
3) Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
4) Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Zoning Ordinance.
5) Preservation of existing vegetation along shared lot lines with residential uses as identified on the site plans.

With the conditions noted, this plan meets the requirements for approval in the PR and TO zoning districts.

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DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR USES PERMITTED ON REVIEW (ARTICLE 4.10 - SECTION 2).
The Planning Commission, in the exercise of its administrative judgment, shall be guided by adopted plans and policies, including the general plan and the following general standards:

1) THE USE IS CONSISTENT WITH THE ADOPTED PLANS AND POLICIES, INCLUDING THE GENERAL PLAN AND SECTOR PLAN.
A. The use is consistent with the Northwest County Sector Plan, which proposes PR (Planned Residential), allowing residential density up to 12 dwelling units per acre.
B. The site is located within the Planned Growth area on the Knoxville-Knox County-Farragut Growth Policy Plan map.

2) THE USE IS IN HARMONY WITH THE GENERAL PURPOSE AND INTENT OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE
A. The PR (Planned Residential) zone is intended to provide for residential areas with greater population densities. The subject lot, measuring approximately 15.08 acres, meets the requirements for lot size, building and impervious areas.

3) THE USE IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE CHARACTER OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD WHERE IT IS PROPOSED, AND WITH THE SIZE AND LOCATION OF BUILDINGS IN THE VICINITY.
A. The subject property is adjacent to an existing assisted living facility so the proposed use is complementary to the services provided.